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Lost / Mayhem RNF 96 vs Rusty SD
Also searched as: RNF 96 vs SD, Lost / Mayhem RNF 96 or Rusty SD, Rusty SD vs Lost / Mayhem RNF 96
Lost / Mayhem RNF 96 vs Rusty SD: Lost / Mayhem RNF 96 fits knee-high to overhead days, while Rusty SD holds through chest-high to double-overhead+. Side-by-side wave range, power, and skill on Quivr.
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This RNF 96 vs SD page compares wave size (knee-high to overhead vs chest-high to double-overhead+), wave power (soft / mushy to punchy vs soft / mushy to punchy), and skill demand using Quivr catalog spectra — the same ranges shown in the app. Quivr catalogs 1,597+ surfboards.
Lost / Mayhem
RNF 96
Fish
Best for speed + glide
✦ Small, rip-able waves while maintaining performance and control.
The RNF-96 is a versatile fish design that excels in small, rip-able waves while maintaining performance and control. It suits a wide range of surfers looking for a fun and responsive ride.
knee-high to overhead
soft / mushy to punchy
intermediate to advanced skill window
Manufacturer
View on Lost / Mayhem website
Rusty
SD
Performance shortboard
Best for flow + carve
✦ Wider window: chest-high to double-overhead+.
The Rusty SD is a versatile shortboard designed for everyday conditions, making it suitable for surfers looking for performance in various wave types. Its refined shape and rocker allow for smooth acceleration and maneuverability.
chest-high to double-overhead+
soft / mushy to punchy
intermediate to advanced skill window
Manufacturer
View on Rusty websiteYouTube reviews
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RNF 96 vs SD — quick answers
What's the difference between Lost / Mayhem RNF 96 and Rusty SD?
Lost / Mayhem RNF 96 vs Rusty SD: Lost / Mayhem RNF 96 fits knee-high to overhead days, while Rusty SD holds through chest-high to double-overhead+. Side-by-side wave range, power, and skill on Quivr.
What wave size is RNF 96 for?
Lost / Mayhem RNF 96 covers knee-high to overhead.
What wave size is SD for?
Rusty SD covers chest-high to double-overhead+.
Which is better for small waves, Lost / Mayhem RNF 96 or Rusty SD?
Lost / Mayhem RNF 96 is tuned for a smaller top-end (knee-high to overhead) than Rusty SD (chest-high to double-overhead+).
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